Double Earthquake in the Philippines: 7.4 and 6.7 Magnitude Quakes Cause Loss of Life and Property Damage

The Philippines was shaken on Friday by two powerful earthquakes. In the morning, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the southern region, killing at least six people and causing property damage. The epicenter was approximately 20 kilometers from the town of Manay on Mindanao Island. Three miners died when a tunnel collapsed, while one miner was rescued alive. Other tunnels also collapsed, but most workers escaped; several were injured.

The Philippines was shaken on Friday by two powerful earthquakes. In the morning, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the southern region, killing at least six people and causing property damage. The epicenter was approximately 20 kilometers from the town of Manay on Mindanao Island. Three miners died when a tunnel collapsed, while one miner was rescued alive. Other tunnels also collapsed, but most workers escaped; several were injured.

Following the earthquake, power and communication lines in the area were cut, preventing authorities from fully assessing the damage. Police officer Diana Lacorda warned that the region could face further destruction.

After the southern quake, a second earthquake measuring 6.7 struck near the town of Santiago in Isabela province, northern Philippines. The earthquake occurred at a depth of about 61 kilometers, with its epicenter 23 kilometers east of Santiago. Early reports indicated no casualties or damage from this quake.

Following the first earthquake, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology issued a tsunami warning for the eastern coasts. However, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center later canceled the alert for the Philippines, Palau, and Indonesia. In Eastern Davao province, schools were closed, and non-essential government employees were sent home. Authorities have urged the public to remain cautious and prepared for potential further damage.